A Susato Mystery

[Jon-M]

A long time ago I got a Susato D/C set, one head, two barrels. As a C whistle, it plays beautifully and sounds great. I feel no need, or temptation even, to get another C whistle. But as a D whistle, it has a raspy sound that sucks. So the difference must be in the barrels, right? Any thoughts or explanations?

[regor]

Air leak perhaps? I'd try taping the joint with electrician tape to see if that makes a difference.

[gonzo914]

I don't think electrician tape would be my first line of action. Those whistles should have come with a tube of joint grease. If you haven't lost it or tossed it, slather some on the joint. While you have it apart, check the o-ring. If it's broken or missing, that would affect your seal, too.

[Bloomfield]

A long time ago I got a Susato D/C set, one head, two barrels. As a C whistle, it plays beautifully and sounds great. I feel no need, or temptation even, to get another C whistle. But as a D whistle, it has a raspy sound that sucks. So the difference must be in the barrels, right? Any thoughts or explanations?

There is an optimal ratio of diameter to bore length. The Susato C is closer to it than the SB D.

[jaime!]

A long time ago I got a Susato D/C set, one head, two barrels. As a C whistle, it plays beautifully and sounds great. I feel no need, or temptation even, to get another C whistle. But as a D whistle, it has a raspy sound that sucks. So the difference must be in the barrels, right? Any thoughts or explanations?

There is an optimal ratio of diameter to bore length. The Susato C is closer to it than the SB D.

even still, a normal susato D shouldn't sound like raspy poo.